Directly adjacent:
* Carina: This is the largest constellation in the southern hemisphere and shares a border with Vela.
* Puppis: Another large constellation, Puppis sits to the west of Vela.
Nearby:
* Pyxis: This small constellation sits just north of Vela and is often considered part of the "ship" group, along with Carina and Puppis.
* Centaurus: This prominent constellation lies to the west of Vela, just below Puppis.
* Hydra: This long, meandering constellation extends south and east of Vela.
Other notable constellations in the area:
* Crux: The Southern Cross is a famous constellation found nearby.
* Columba: This constellation is located north of Vela and near Puppis.
It's worth noting that the exact constellations "near" Vela depend on your definition of "near" and your perspective on the celestial sphere.
